President Putin and I have been discussing
various things, and I think it’s going very well. We’ve had some very, very
good talks. We’re going to have a talk now, and obviously that will continue.
But we look forward to a lot of very positive things happening for Russia, for the United States, and for everybody concerned. And it’s an honour to be with you.
Thank you.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Mr President,

We have talked on the phone about
vital bilateral and international issues several times but, of course,
telephone conversations are not enough.

If we want to find positive
solutions to bilateral issues and the most important and urgent international
problems, such meetings in person are essential.

I am very happy to meet you, Mr
President. I hope, as you have said, that our meeting will produce positive
results.